A 61-year-old woman presents with a complaint of painful swelling of the left lower eyelid that has been slowly progressing for 2 weeks (Figure 1). Before the swelling, she had chronic tearing out of ...

Christine L. Larsen, MD, is an ophthalmologist practicing at Minnesota Eye Consultants where she serves as medical director for the four ancillary surgery centers in the practice. Infections, ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A 68-year-old man presented to an outside emergency department with 2 days of progressive bilateral eyelid ...

Drooping eyelids are the most common reason new patients visit an oculofacial specialist. Due to aging, drooping lids can also occur from pregnancy or result from repeated injury or trauma, ...

To reduce eye swelling from allergies, a person should try to avoid any known triggers or touching and rubbing their eyes. A person can also try applying a cold compress and taking certain medications ...

A chalazion is a pain-free lump on the eyelid caused by a blocked oil gland. Warm compresses, massages, and eyewashes can help a chalazion shrink by softening and reducing the oil blockage. See an ...

Modern Vision Solutions has announced the publication of a new article, “Demodex Blepharitis Treatment in Omaha,” highlighting a significant shift in how optometrists approach the treatment of chronic ...

Whether they are caused by aging or genetics, droopy eyelids can affect more than just your appearance—they can also impair your vision. Plastic surgeon Dana Johns, MD, offers her expert advice on ...

It has happened to many of us. While in the middle of work, a study session or just spending time with friends, your eyelid flutters for no apparent reason. At first, it may be nothing more than a ...